Vice President Global Controller, Slingshot Aerospace

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field
• 15+ years of progressive finance and accounting experience
• 10+ years in leadership roles, preferably within the technology sector
• Proven experience managing full finance and accounting functions in a high-growth environment
• Deep knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting and compliance requirements
• Experience with financial systems such as NetSuite or similar ERP platforms
• Strong analytical, communication, and presentation skills
• Ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced, scaling organization
• Demonstrated leadership skills with the ability to drive change and results

Desirable

• As the VP, Global Controller, you will serve as a critical leader bridging finance and accounting operations while acting as a key partner to the CFO and executive team. You will provide both hands-on financial oversight and strategic guidance to support the company’s continued growth and operational excellence
• This role is ideal for a leader who thrives in fast-paced environments and has a proven ability to scale and optimize financial operations in high-growth organizations
• We're building a team of sharp, creative people who love solving hard problems. We value curiosity over ego, initiative over waiting for permission, and people who genuinely care about doing great work. Bring your expertise, your fresh ideas, and your drive—we'll bring the rocket fuel
• Execute all responsibilities in alignment with Slingshot’s core values, mission, and purpose
• Oversee all accounting operations, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and general ledger
• Lead monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes to ensure accurate and timely financial reporting
• Establish and maintain strong internal controls to safeguard company assets and ensure financial integrity
• Ensure compliance with GAAP, SOX, and all applicable financial regulations
• Lead regulatory reporting and manage relationships with external auditors
• Implement and optimize financial systems (e.g., ERP/NetSuite) to improve scalability and efficiency
• Serve as a strategic advisor to leadership on financial planning, pricing strategy, and resource allocation
• Lead annual budgeting and multi-year financial forecasting processes
• Monitor financial performance and provide actionable insights on variances
• Manage cash flow, liquidity, and capital planning to support operations and growth
• Partner cross-functionally with department leaders to drive financial discipline and operational efficiency
• Lead financial due diligence and support M&A activities
• Provide financial reporting and insights to investors, financial institutions, and external stakeholders
• Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing finance and accounting team
• Foster a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and professional development
• Perform other duties as assigned (to be less than 10% of responsibilities listed above)